1990 Holden Commodore vs. 1988 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1990 Holden Commodore is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 410 kg more than 1990 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Commodore | 1988 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Holden | Jensen |
| Model | Commodore | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
